AUTHORS: Gu, Wan-Jie MD, PhD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia 140(6):p 1367-1376, June 2025. BACKGROUND: In patients receiving extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) support, the association between arterial hyperoxia and outcomes is unclear. We performed a systematic review and meta-analysis to determine the association between arterial Po2 (Pao2) and mortality in patients with ECMO. METHODS: The meta-analysis followed […]
Read MoreAuthors: Ting Li et al Anesthesia published January 23, 2025 Introduction Data regarding the incidence of 12-month postoperative cognitive decline following regional or general anaesthesia in older patients undergoing hip fracture surgery remain observational. Compared with general anaesthesia, we hypothesised that regional anaesthesia would decrease the incidence of 12-month postoperative cognitive decline. Methods This is […]
Read MoreAuthors: Swaby J D et al Cureus 17(5): e84993. doi:10.7759/cureus.84993 Abstract Mediastinal masses present significant anesthetic challenges due to potential airway collapse and cardiovascular instability. We describe a case of a 68-year-old man with a locally advanced right hilar mass with extension into the mediastinum complicated by superior vena cava (SVC) syndrome, right pulmonary artery […]
Read MoreAUTHORS: D’Souza, Ryan S. MD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia February 11, 2025. BACKGROUND: Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is a debilitating and painful condition accompanied by sensory, autonomic, trophic, and/or motor abnormalities. Although CRPS is rare in the general population, the prevalence among individuals at higher risk, particularly posttraumatic and postsurgical patients, remains unknown. […]
Read MoreIf you’re an anesthesiologist searching for a balanced lifestyle and rewarding work, you’ll want to check out this opportunity. Our all-anesthesiologist group is seeking a dedicated team member to join our collaborative practice. Position Highlights: Zero Call for 3 Weeks: Enjoy three weeks of no call duty, followed by one week of call. Even during […]
Read MoreWe’re excited to announce the formation of a new anesthesia group in Riverdale, GA, located just 10 minutes from the Atlanta Airport. We’re seeking dedicated CRNAs to join our collaborative care team, which will include 4 full-time CRNAs and 2 anesthesiologists managing 4 operating rooms. This is a 25% independent practice and doing own blocks! […]
Read MoreAuthor: Claire Wallace Becker’s ASC Review By the end of 2025, all newly graduating certified registered nurse anesthetists in the U.S. will be required to obtain doctorate degrees, a move that was first announced in 2009. Here are eight things to know about the new licensing requirements: 1. In 2009, the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia […]
Read MoreAuthor: Claire Wallace Becker’s ASC Review By 2036, the U.S. is expected to be facing a shortage of 6,300 anesthesiologists nationwide, according to a white paper from Medicus Healthcare Solutions published May 21. The workforce management company’s report predicts that the U.S. will also face a shortage of 450,000 nurses by the end of 2025. Here are […]
Read MoreAuthors: Guo A et al Cureus 17(5): e85044. doi:10.7759/cureus.85044 Abstract Paragangliomas are rare neuroendocrine tumors characterized by the secretion of catecholamines. The primary treatment of these tumors consists of a period of medical optimization with oral alpha-blockade followed by surgical resection. Anesthetic management of these patients is challenging due to the potential for significant hemodynamic […]
Read MoreAuthors: Ioannidis R et al Cureus 17(5): e85048. doi:10.7759/cureus.85048 Abstract Nutritional status is increasingly recognized as a critical factor influencing perioperative outcomes. In elderly surgical patients, undernutrition and inflammation may play a key role in the development of both acute and chronic postoperative pain. Despite this, few studies have explored their predictive value using machine […]
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